KITCO Fiber Optics · 18 hours ago
Field Services Technician
Hoover, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$16.80/hr - $25.20/hr
3+ years expKITCO Fiber Optics, Inc. is a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings. They are seeking skilled and motivated Field Services Technicians to perform fiber optic termination, testing, troubleshooting, and installation across various shipboard systems.
AerospaceManufacturingOptical CommunicationSupply Chain Management
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cable assemblies
Install and remove blown optical fiber systems
Perform splicing and support tasks on shipboard fiber optic networks
Read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and work item instructions
Operate optical test equipment to verify cable performance
Document test and inspection results in accordance with customer requirements
Maintain and calibrate termination and test equipment
Work in shipboard environments including confined spaces, heights, and varying temperatures
Travel domestically and internationally as needed
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned to support business
Qualification
Required
High school diploma, GED, or industrial school certificate preferred
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense SECRET clearance
Must pass drug screening, physical exam, and background check for access to Navy installations
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport
Willingness to travel, including overseas assignments
Must be available to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business demands
Must be available for on-call emergency tasks
Preferred
3–5 years of practical shipboard experience
Background in electronics or fiber optics (Navy IC/ET/AT/EM rates or trade school graduate)
NAVSEA fiber optic certification or ability to quickly certify per Navy Standard Item 009-73 and MIL-STD-2042
Experience installing, terminating, and inspecting fiber optic cable assemblies onboard U.S. Navy ships
Proficiency with optical test equipment and interpreting customer wiring lists
Ability to troubleshoot and repair cable assemblies to meet military standards
Strong documentation skills for maintaining inspection and test records
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD) coverage
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee discounts
And more!
Company
KITCO Fiber Optics
KITCO Fiber Optics is a connectivity solutions provider that offers electrical products and services to the aerospace and defense market.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
G
Geoff Clark
President&CEO
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